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Scale – Small Versus Large Spaces: What Are the Impacts on Perception Design Principle for the Household Model
Principle 1: Seek normality in all things Principle 2: Home is our sanctuary
Principle 3: Home is where we host our visitors Principle 4: All homes have front doors Principle 5: All homes have kitchens
Principle 6: All homes have recognizable dimensions of privacy The Anatomy of a Household
Entrance
Household community living spaces Hallways, bedrooms, baths
Storage
Utility spaces
Staff work spaces
Garage – shipping/receiving
The yard
Configuring and Assembling Your Project Development Team Architects
Financial feasibility consultant Market demographic consultant Marketing firm
Household Model consultant Dining services consultant Underwriter/lender
General contractor
Engaging Financial/Market Feasibility
Determining Financial Alternatives
Marketing the Household to Your Community
Make Development Team Part of Organizational Dialogue Expose the Design Team to Diverse Users
Open Meetings
Learning Circles With All Stakeholders
Post Information and Elicit Comments
Group Site Visit
Engaging the Design Team
Invite Architect to Stay the Night
Identify and Be Clear About Goals for Change
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